As you probably already know, mattress shopping is one of the most tedious tasks you could do for your home. Yet mattresses are also one of the most important items to purchase. Mattress’ provide you with a good night sleep,which is important for your health. We all have a story about a bed that we have slept in which gave us a bad night’s sleep- very similar to the story of Goldie-locks and the Three Bears who tried all the porridge to find the right one. Hotels know this better than everyone as their business is based around a good night sleep.

To help narrow down your mattress search, I’ve listed some of the best mattresses, which you can test out at home for a trial period!

HIGH-QUALITY- Designed to provide perfect contouring comfort for a restful night’s sleep with advanced coil-on-coil construction and enhanced lumbar support.

AFFORDABLY PRICED— Experience a premium mattress without paying a premium price. No retail overhead = No markups. No gimmicks. No pushy salespeople.

ECO-FRIENDLY— Designed to be as eco-friendly as possible, with an organic cotton pillow top, recycled steel coils, an antimicrobial treatment, and a natural thistle flame retardant, Our Mattress has no chemical sprays, formaldehyde, so you can sleep worry-free.

QUALITY MATERIALS- Engineered with 4 layers including premium, high-density memory foam that provides support while contouring and conforming to your body.

SLEEPS COOL- The Designed to sleep cool with a non-toxic, proprietary cooling gel layer.

ECO FRIENDLY- Memory foam mattresses designed to be as eco-friendly as possible, with an organic cotton pillow top, eco-friendly foam, a natural thistle flame retardant, and an antimicrobial treatment.

UNMATCHED VALUE- By eliminating the overhead associated with retail stores, we were able to put in all of the luxury features found in premium mattresses. We could charge a lot more for the Loom & Leaf, but we prefer to pass the savings on to you.

Pillows are just as important as your selection of mattress. Standard Textile is one of the best companies I have found for pillow options. These pillows can be found in luxury hotels around the world, and are engineered for maximum comfort in all sleep positions. These are constructed with three chambers, no-shift construction provides comfort and support. Outer chambers contains hypoallergenic gel fiber, while the inner core is filled with sterilized duck feathers.

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Since the holiday are fast approaching us- check out my e-book How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays” available for purchase on Amazon for only 99 cents! Here are a few key tips straight from my book to help jump start your holidays this season:

Decorating can be the most overwhelming part of design because there are so many options, and so many ways to go wrong. What you need to decide is what style do you really want? Sometimes even deciding what your style is can be the hardest part. Don’t worry, I am here to help guide you, no matter what holiday you celebrate.

Pick a Color Scheme

To start decorating your space for the holidays I suggest you pick a color scheme.

Below are a few of my favorite color schemes:

● Red and/or Green

● All Neutrals

● Blue and White

Here is a bonus tip:

Smells like Christmas!

Scents are one of the strongest memories we have, so if you want your Christmas memory to be a good one, I highly recommend buying a few candles (something mellow like vanilla, or something seasonal like “Christmas Wreath”), room spray, or even making your own room scent (boil water, cinnamon sticks, vanilla sticks, and sliced oranges) so your home smells like Christmas. Baking cookies also gives the aroma of the holiday cheer which will fill your home. Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas, having a home that smells nice is always a good idea!

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So this might seem funny, but drapes are meant for windows, while curtains are meant for bath tub/ shower stalls. Drapes are usually made of softer fabrics like linens, silks, etc. Curtains usually are made of plastics, and other durable materials.

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When you start to de-clutter a room, it can be very overwhelming. Don’t worry, we are going to take the and divide it into small sections. Start with one end of the room (Doesn’t matter where- Personally, I go left to right around the room from the entrance door, starting with the bottom section, then the middle section, and lastly the top section - I don’t know why, it’s just what I find easiest). Use the checklists in this step to decide what will stay and what will go.

Tip: Divide and Conquer: Shelf dividers will instantly begin to add order by providing “zones” for each set of items. You can improvise with these solutions as well. For instance I use desk organizers in my kitchen cabinets to help separate dishes. I also use over the door closet shoe organizers to hold cleaning supplies. Search Pinterest to find the solution that would best work for your situation.

There are thousands of solutions to help you organize your home, it’s just a matter of personal preference and if these systems will fit in your space.

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Hi there everyone! I am going to shamelessly plug myself for this weeks blog post, so here it goes!

Since the Holiday season is upon us, and I bet there are many of my readers who are hosting family or friends at their home, I wanted to remind you of two e-books that I wrote:

How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays (available on Amazon for $0.99!) and How to Make Your Guests Feel at Home (available on Amazon for $0.99!)

These books are a very quick read with some visuals and some great ideas that you may not have thought about. We all know everyone gets very busy around this time of year, so grab one of my e-books today and take a little stress off your shoulders, and show your friends and family how much of a festive hostess you could be!

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TODAY IS THE DAY! My e-course "Everything You Need To Know About Interior Design" Advise from an Interior Designer for the DIY Homeowner has officially launched! You can purchase the entire e-course for $97!

By signing up for our e-course you will have a lifetime access to our private facebook group where we host our Online Interior Design Coaching Program which is designed to empower clients and allow them to have access to great design from anywhere in the world. It is a way for you to become more engaged in the process, and learn a few things about what makes a well designed space feel so welcoming.

Please check it out and let me know if you have any feedback by leaving a comment below or sending me an email directly.

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I have been asked "Where is the best place to get art for a decent price?" by several clients so I have put together this list of my favorite spots to shop for art and wall decor. This is by far my favorite part of the design process- art and accessories, because there are so many options and variety of sizes, shapes, color, and fabulous artists. So hope you enjoy all the little beauties in this collection!

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If you’re looking to change the personality of an entire room, focus on your walls. Changing the design of your walls can freshen up your home and can leave a lasting impression. Most people think in order to achieve a wall with design, wallpaper is the only option. Although wallpaper is still a fabulous choice, if you’ve ever tried applying or removing it yourself, you know it can be a hassle. There are now budget friendly (and hassle-free!) ways to transform your walls without the commitment. We found three wallpaper alternatives that will please both renters and commitment-phobes alike! Click on the image below for more options.

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My personal favorite wallpaper alternative is Chasing Paper Their wallpaper "stickers" are perfect for renters or people who don't want the hassle of installing wallpaper.

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